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WSN 768J

1971 Lotus Elan

Yellow Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

24,370 mi
Last recorded24,370 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1971 Lotus Elan49,460 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSN 768J
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 24,370 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 24,037 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 23,159 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 22,303 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 21,334 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 20,677 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 17,310 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 16,152 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 15,320 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 14,931 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 13,134 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 12,359 miles

Nearside front brake hose needs slight re-alignment

Pass 2 Jul 2011 11,216 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 10,616 miles

Horn needs slight attention

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 10,434 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 9,663 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Fail 7 Jun 2008 9,650 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 8 May 2007 8,896 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 7,942 miles

Offside headlamp adjustment screw needs attention

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?

Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
4,280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,585
brake recording little or no effort 1,342
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,318
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 927
brake binding 845
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WSN 768J is a 1971 Lotus Elan in Yellow with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1971 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 49,460 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,585 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WSN 768J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 55 years old, this Lotus Elan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WSN 768J registered?

WSN 768J is a 1971 Lotus Elan, first registered on 18 March 1971.

Is WSN 768J safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSN 768J shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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